Inseam: To measure your inseam, find a pair of pants with a fit you like. Lay them flat and measure the leg inseam from the crotch to the hem. Round up this measurement to the nearest half-inch to find your inseam length.

Hats: Measure across brow and just above ears. See individual item description first to convert inches to equivalent hat size.

Men's Measurements

Chest

Waist

Neck

Sleeve

S

34-36

28-30

14-14½

32-33

M

38-40

32-34

15-15½

33-34

L

42-44

36-38

16-16½

34-35

XL

46-48

40-42

17-17½

35-36

XXL

50-52

44-46

18-18½

36-37

Men's Regular: 5'8" to 6'.

Men's Long: 6'1" – 6'3". Long sizes are 1½–2" longer in the body; 1–1½" longer for long sleeves; ½–¾" longer for short sleeves.

Men's Short: Under 5'8". Short sizes are 1½" shorter in the body; 1" shorter for long sleeves.

How To Measure For Men

Chest: Measure around fullest part of chest, keeping tape up under arms and around shoulder blades.

Neck: Starting from the Adam’s apple, measure around the neck leaving no space. Add ½ an inch to this.

Arm/sleeve: Bend elbow and measure from center of back of neck, over shoulder, past elbow, and to wrist.

Inseam: To measure your inseam, find a pair of pants with a fit you like. Lay them flat and measure the leg inseam from the crotch to the hem. Round up this measurement to the nearest half-inch to find your inseam length.

Hats: Measure across brow and just above ears. See individual item description first to convert inches to equivalent hat size.

Do you know your acetate from a hole in the ground? Your gussets from your grommets? If not, here's a list of the more commonly used textile words and terms that you'll see in our catalog. For more information or clarification, you can call us at: 1-800-770-3387

ALPACA - The fleece from an Alpaca, a cousin to the llama. Alpaca fleece is similar in characteristics to wool, but softer, silkier and more lustrous.

BANDED COLLAR - A shirt without a fold-over collar; there is only the band at the neck.

BARTACK - A close series of stitches crossing a piece of cloth in order to reinforce at a point of concentrated strain (e.g. belt loop or patch pocket corner).

BASKET WEAVE - A variation of the plain weave in which two or more threads weave alike in both warp (down) and filling (across) directions, joined in the regular order of the plain weave. So named for the basket-like pattern of the weave.

BATIK - A method of resist dyeing which employs wax as the resist. The pattern is covered with wax, and the fabric is then dyed: the wax patterns will not take the dye. The wax is removed after dyeing by boiling the fabric or applying solvent. The fabric is often streaked where the dye has gone through cracks in the wax. Batik dyeing originated in Indonesia.

BESOM - A narrow piece of fabric that works as an edging on a pocket; can be single besom, one side of pocket opening or double besom, both sides.

BOX PLEAT - Two small, back to back outward facing pleats that have a box- like appearance. On shirts, box pleats are positioned in the center back at the bottom of the yoke to allow ease of movement in the shoulders and arms.

BROADCLOTH - A fine, closely woven, lustrous cotton or cotton/poly blend made in plain weave with a fine rib in the direction of the filling (across). The filling yarn is heavier and has less twist than the warp yarn (down). The cloth is usually mercerized, and has a soft, firm finish.

BRUSHING - A finishing process for woven or knit fabrics in which brushes or other abrading elements are used to raise a nap (a fuzzy or downy surface). Brushed fabrics have a soft, slightly weathered, broken-in feel.

BUTTON-DOWN COLLAR - Having buttonholes on the collar points so they fasten to the shirt.

CAMP COLLAR - A one-piece collar that lays flat, part of the shirt also lays flat to create a notch. Also called a Convertible Collar or Notched Collar.

CANVAS - A general classification of strong, firm, closely woven fabrics usually made with cotton. A heavier, open weave comprised of plied yarns (a number of single yarns, usually three, twisted together). Characteristics: very hard-wearing, generally water-resistant.

CASHMERE - The fleece that comes from a Cashmere goat. These animals roam at high elevations (10,000 - 15,000 ft.), hence their very warm, soft fleece. Garments made with cashmere are normally more expensive because of limited yield (one goat produces only 4 ounces of fleece a year).

CHAMBRAY - A general class of plain weave, usually cotton, made with a colored warp (down) and white filling (across). Most often made using blue and white, but also available in stripes, checks and figured patterns.

COMBING - The removal of short fibers or noils from material so that the resulting yarn be composed of larger fibers. The comb straightens and arranges them in parallel order.

CORDUROY - A strong, durable fabric with cotton ground and vertical cut-pile stripes (wales) formed by an extra system of filling yarns. The foundation of the fabric can be either a plain or twill weave. Of all cotton fabrics, corduroy is the warmest because its wales form an insulated cushion of air.

COTTON - A vegetable fiber consisting of unicellular hairs attached to the seed of the cotton plant. The normal color of cotton is light to dark cream, and its chemical composition is almost pure cellulose. A distinct feature of the mature fiber is its spirality or twist. In fabrics, cotton makes for strong, versatile, cool-wearing and comfortable garments.

CREPE - A general classification of fabric characterized by a broad range of crinkled or gained surface effects. Methods of making crepe include the use of hard twisted yarns, special chemical treatment, special weaves and embossing.

DART - A tuck in the fabric that is sewn. It is used to define the shape of a garment making a two dimensional piece of fabric into a three-dimensional garment. Darts are usually seen where the body curves: bust, waist, hip.

DENIM - A well-known basic cotton or blended fabric in a right- or left-hand woven twill. Generally, the warp (down) is dyed blue with a white filling (across). Also called "dungaree."

DOBBY - A general term for a fabric woven on a special dobby loom, which allows the weaving of small, geometric figures. These patterns are beyond the range of simple looms, yet too limited to be produced economically by Jacquard loom. A dobby weave can be distinguished from a plain weave by its more ornate and intricate woven appearance.

FLANNEL - Generally, a cotton or wool fabric, napped on one or both sides (usually both), then bleached, dyed or printed, and brushed or rerun through the napping machine to revive the nap. Flannel fabrics are very soft and cozy.

FLEECE - 1). A heavy napped surface, most often in knit goods, made with a heavy and soft-spun back yarn, which is napped in finishing (e.g. the inside surface of a sweatshirt). 2). Wool sheared from sheep or other animals in the wool class. The term is especially used for the entire coat of wool shorn from the sheep at one time; it is generally taken off the animal in one piece.

GARMENT DYEING - The garment is first produced, then the complete garment is dyed.

GARMENT WASH - The garment is constructed and then washed to soften the fabric and minimize shrinkage.

GAUGE - A measurement used in knitted garments that reflects the size of the needles used to knit the garment. The larger the gauge, the smaller the needle - therefore, the finer the knit.

GORE - Vertical panels in a skirt or dress; enhances the fit of a garment.

GROMMET - Little air holes reinforced with metal ring, usually on jackets, hats or shoes to allow ventilation.

GROSGRAIN - A firm, closely woven, ribbed fabric. It has a dressy appearance and is used for ribbons, neckties, hatbands and trimmings.

GUSSET - A triangular piece of fabric inserted into a garment to improve the fit or for reinforcement (e.g. on the sleeve of a jacket under the arm to allow for extra layering).

HERRINGBONE TWILL - A broken twill weave composed of vertical sections which are alternately right hand and left hand in direction, resembling the vertebral structure of the herring (zigzag). The twill changes direction perfectly where the weave breaks, balancing the overall pattern of the fabric.

HOLLYWOOD WAISTBAND - The waistband is the same piece of fabric as the rest of the garment. Advantages are that it has a smooth silhouette making the transition from hip to waist more gradual.

JACQUARD - A system of weaving which, because of a pattern-making mechanism of great versatility, permits the production of very ornate, complex woven designs. This type of weaving is used for tapestry, figured necktie and dress fabric, and figured patterns on knit goods (sweaters).

JERSEY - A generic term for a plain knitted fabric; its principal distinction is that it is not a fabric with a distinct rib (e.g. T-shirt fabric).

KNIT - Knit fabrics are made up of a series of interlocking loops that result in a flexible construction. All knits have some stretch.

LINEN - One of the oldest textile fibers known. Though the fiber and the fabric are both commonly known as linen, it is actually flax, the fiber of the Linum plant. Linen is generally favored for its fine, strong, cool-wearing properties. It drapes away from the skin rather than clinging to it. In knitwear, linen is combined with other natural or synthetic fibers for improved strength and resiliency.

MERCERIZATION - A treatment of cotton yarn or fabric to increase its luster. Its affinity for dyes is also enhanced. In the process, the material is immersed under tension in a sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) solution. This later is neutralized in acid. The process causes a permanent swelling of the fiber, thus increasing its luster.

NYLON - The generic term for man-made fibers composed of polyamides derived from coal and petroleum. Characteristics: high strength, elasticity, low water absorption and quick-drying.

OMBRE - A color effect woven into the fabric that has gradual changes in shade from light to dark, generally produced by arranging different tones in the warp.

PIGMENT DYEING - A process in which a specific type of dye is applied to the surface of a fabric, then after one washing it fades into a softer color. The color will slowly continue to fade with age. Pigment dyed products from TravelSmith are prewashed and will not harm other garments during washing after they've been washed once.

PLACKET - An opening with fabric piecing and buttons or snaps on a garment that facilitates dressing. Plackets can be at the neck of a shirt, the cuff of a sleeve, or the waist of a skirt or pair of pants.

PLEATS - Small tucks in clothing to allow for extra room and ease of movement. Pleats can be seen at the waist of pants or skirts, the cuff of a sleeve, the waist or bust area of a blouse or dress.

PRINTING - Applying color(s) in definite, repeated patterns of fabric by any one of a number of printing methods. Color is deposited in thick paste form and treated with steam or chemicals to cause it to migrate into or adhere to textile material. The design is not woven into the cloth but stamped in after the cloth is woven or knit.

RAMIE - A strong, soft fiber yielded by the inner bark of the Ramie plant. The fiber is white, soft, lustrous and slightly coarser than flax (linen) when degummed and bleached. Ramie fabrics are strong, smooth and durable.

RAYON - A generic term for man-made fibers composed of regenerated cellulose derived from trees, cotton and woody plants. Characteristics: high absorbency, bright or dull luster, pleasant feel or hand, good draping qualities, ability to be dyed in brilliant colors and superior strength.

REACTIVE DYE - A type of dye that completely saturates the fabric for a long lasting color.

RIB KNIT - A double-knit fabric in which the rib wales or vertical rows of stitches intermesh alternatively on the face and the back of the fabric. Rib knit fabrics have good elasticity and shape retention, especially in the width.

RISE - The measurement on pants from the front waist between the legs up to the back waist. This refers to how high or low a pant will ride (i.e. "short-waist" or "long-waist")

SANDBLASTING - The garment is literally sandblasted for a worn-in look; fabric has to be very durable to withstand the abuse, usually 14 oz. denim for jeans.

SANDWASH - Sand is put into the industrial wash for a softened feel and texture for the garment.

SHIRTTAIL HEM - The curved bottom hem of a shirt - higher on the side hip area (for ease of movement) dipping low in the front and back (so that the shirt will stay tucked into pants).

SILK - Continuous protein filament produced by the larvae of various insects, especially the caterpillar when constructing its cocoon. The chief portion of commercial silk is produced in Japan and China. Characteristics: resiliency, aesthetics, elasticity and strength, warm in winter, cool in summer.

SLUB - A lump or thick place on yarn caused by small lengths of yarn adhering to it during the spinning process. This adds a random texture to the fabric when the yarn is woven or knit into a garment.

SPREAD COLLAR - An open collar with no buttons to hold the collar points to the shirt. Spread collars have two pieces: the fold over collar part and the stand that keeps the collar close to the neck.

STANDARD WAISTBAND - An extra piece of fabric that is sewn to the body of the pants, shorts or skirt.

TENCEL - A cellulosic fiber produced by Courtaulds, spun from an amine oxide solvent that offers a higher degree of polymerization than is available with rayon. Characteristics: pleasant feel or hand, good draping qualities, ability to be dyed in brilliant colors, superior strength, and easy care.

VENTED BOTTOM - The bottom hem of a shirt that is cut straight with side slits to allow ease of movement. Vents are usually 2" deep.

WALE - In woven fabric, one series of ribs, cords, or raised portions. In corduroy fabric, wales per inch are counted to distinguish broad- from fine-textured cloth. The higher the wale number, the finer the texture of the fabric.

WEIGHT OF CLOTH (OZ.) - A description or classification of many fabrics by weight per yard.

WELT - A piece of fabric that works as an edging on a pocket; usually a single welt and wider than a besom.

WOOL - Primarily the fleece of a sheep or lamb - but can also refer to fleece of the alpaca, angora, cashmere goat, camel and vicuna. The fiber is distinguished from hair by the character of its covering: minute overlapping scales, which give it a felting property. Characteristics: strong and resilient, soft and warm, wicks away moisture and dyes well for rich coloration.

WOVEN - Woven fabrics are produced by the interlacing of yarns. Each filling yarn goes alternately over and under each warp yarn.

YOKE - An added section of fabric in a shirt or pants that enhances the fit. On a shirt, the yoke is usually on the back across the top shoulder area but can also be on the front shoulder to chest area. On pants, it is generally on the back of jeans-style pants located below the waistband.

Customer Reviews

"The teal sweater is beautiful. The color is fabulous. I had been looking for a fine gauge sweater. Very pleased."

December 16, 2018
December 16, 2018

5.05

"Size and fit are perfect. Highly recomend this item."

December 07, 2018
December 07, 2018

5.05

"Love it. Sorry the black was out of stock but love the red anyway. Good quality."

By Kris
Kris
Gold River, CANovember 24, 2018
November 24, 2018

3.05

"I was disappointed in the fit-it was loose and shapeless. Perhaps a smaller size would have been better. I returned it and ordered another ribbed flyaway cardio instead. "

October 20, 2018
October 20, 2018

5.05

"I have three of these sweaters! Love them all. They are narrow fitting, which I like, but wouldn't want to try to button them. The buttons are a nice touch and give some extra polish. "

Ft Collins, COOctober 19, 2018
October 19, 2018

5.05

"I love this sweater. The fit is good, yarn feels so smooth, and I like the length. Love the color also!"

October 13, 2018
October 13, 2018

4.05

"Love it! Will be hard to keep it wrapped until Christmas."

October 03, 2018
October 03, 2018

5.05

"Love thr color and quality."

By Kate
Kate
Portland, ORSeptember 22, 2018
September 22, 2018

5.05

"I haven't bought anything online in a long time that is as nicely made with beautiful buttons as these sweaters. I bought three colors. They are truly beautiful. Great material, not to thick or thin, just a perfect thickness. The colors are rich and I couldn't be happier with my purchases! "

"I have purchased three of these sweaters most recently Elm wood & jewel purple. They are the perfect weight for multiple seasons, so comfortable and can go from casual to dressy. The colors are gorgeous."

"Great length, color, styling.
Keeps the smart, put together look after numerous all day wearing.
I would buy this again."

September 09, 2018
September 09, 2018

5.05

"Just as described. Fits perfectly and is of good quality."

August 25, 2018
August 25, 2018

3.05

"My rating is based only on size. I ordered L and it is too large all over. Returning for M."

June 02, 2018
June 02, 2018

5.05

"Very nice quality sweater. Length is fine. "

June 01, 2018
June 01, 2018

3.05

"Didn't like the cut."

May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018

3.05

"I bought the cardigan and the "Perfect Layering Tank" that were paired in catalog. I like both pieces individually BUT be aware they 2 pieces are NOT the same blue and NOT the same fabric, so the outfit doesn't look as "put together" as advertised... I am disappointed. I do not know if you'd have the same trouble with the other colors..."

"Accurate sizing. Price reflects the quality. Will be a go-to piece for years to come, I anticipate. A medium weight, easy to take along yet warm enough for cool spring days. Haven't washed it yet but looks like it will do up nicely, and once I've washed it with no issues will be ordering other colors."

May 07, 2018
May 07, 2018

5.05

"Oh, what a sweater! The full length (rare find these days) sleeves keep my arms comfortable in the airconditioned office, the length is slimming, and it's a nice weight. I got the blue color and absolutely love it. "

By Kay
Kay
Colfax, NCMay 05, 2018
May 05, 2018

5.05

"Perfect sweater, washed well. I have three. Love ir."

May 03, 2018
May 03, 2018

5.05

"Very nice quality, good fit, love it."

April 30, 2018
April 30, 2018

2.05

"The button holes are smaller than the buttons by so much that it is VERY difficult to button/unbutton this cardigan. If you did so numerous times, it would surely damage the sweater."

By Ann
Ann
Milaca, MNApril 26, 2018
April 26, 2018

5.05

"Love the color and feel of this sweater. Great length. Haven’t washed it yet or worn it enough to know if it will pill. "

By Karen
Karen
Stockton, CAApril 25, 2018
April 25, 2018

5.05

"I’m submitting this review on the 2 cardigans I purchased.
In a word, they’re terrific! The fit is sublime, the fabric is ideal and the colors are vibrant.
I am delighted with both of them.
"

By Tracy
Tracy
NHApril 25, 2018
April 25, 2018

5.05

"I have 5 Travel Smith Cardigans now! Do you think I love them! Yes!"

By Kay
Kay
Colfax, NCApril 19, 2018
April 19, 2018

5.05

"Love it. Ordered two moer"

April 13, 2018
April 13, 2018

3.05

"Too long and a little boxy"

April 09, 2018
April 09, 2018

5.05

"The cardigan fits perfectly - it looks just like the picture."

By deborah
deborah
Pinehurst, NCApril 09, 2018
April 09, 2018

5.05

"I own about 10 of these, both in the boyfriend cardigan and the duster...I LOVE them all. The colors are beautiful and the fabric is neither to heavy or to light. Even the white doesn't have much show through. I am 5'7", 135 pounds and wear the small. It has some give, but doesn't stretch out of shape. I have been wearing mine totally buttoned up with a camisole...more of a tunic look. I can not say enough positive things about this sweater. Not flimsy!!!"

By PamelaSmith
PamelaSmith
Portland, ORMarch 31, 2018
March 31, 2018

1.05

"The material is flimsy. Hangs poorly. Looks cheap. No warmth. I would never buy again"

March 30, 2018
March 30, 2018

5.05

"I have two boyfriend cardigans and two boyfriend dusters and if you continue to offer more colors will buy more. Love them. "

"Love this cardigan, the color pink grapefruit is a very pretty color too. The fit is true so I’ m thinking about ordering another cardigan in navy."

March 28, 2018
March 28, 2018

2.05

"Oh so. Pretty, but too big......I did order the black one in a smaller size and it fits perfectly.....would love one in every color! So chic."

March 27, 2018
March 27, 2018

5.05

"Lovely fit, great color"

March 27, 2018
March 27, 2018

5.05

"Very comfortable! Quality is great! Better than I was expecting. My first time ordering. Will def order more things!"

March 16, 2018
March 16, 2018

3.05

"The flamingo color was beautiful (I also ordered the sweater in navy), and I loved the weight and feel of the knit. But the torso of the sweater was ridiculously slim for a Size L (I usually wear a L or PL and occasionally a PXL.) I can't imagine what size I would need in order to enjoy the casual, comfortable fit I prefer in sweaters--and that the catalog model appears to have achieved. I had to return the sweaters."

March 07, 2018
March 07, 2018

4.05

"Nice but runs a little small...I reordered next size up so it will fit after washing."

February 28, 2018
February 28, 2018

5.05

"Great sweater! Nice material. Love the pockets and longer length.
Bought it with matching tank but mix and matches well for travel.
"

February 17, 2018
February 17, 2018

5.05

"I purchased the navy boyfriend v-neck cardigan in XL shorter length, which fell below the hips and was plenty long. The color was perfect and it was true to size. I love it and had ordered black before. I have not washed them yet and may send to cleaners.Gare"

February 13, 2018
February 13, 2018

5.05

"I am 5 foot 1 and the cardigan comes to my knees which is the look
I wanted. It is comfortable and well made. "

Lubbock , TXDecember 20, 2017
December 20, 2017

3.05

"I gave it a 3 because it isn’t soft at all. Other than that the fit is just as it shows in the picture. "

December 17, 2017
December 17, 2017

4.05

"Beautiful color, well made and I love having pockets!"

November 30, 2017
November 30, 2017

5.05

"This is a beautiful sweater. I've been hunting for one like this in dark brown for a long time. I find it machine washes (and dries!) well. I love the fit, the feel, the weight, the length, the look! Black was back-ordered; I can hardly wait for that one to arrive."

September 26, 2017
September 26, 2017

4.05

"i bought one this length and one duster length and I actually prefer the duster length. This sweater is long enough (I am 5' 10") and the sleeves are plenty long. I'm not a huge fan of the Mahogany, but it is a nice fall color. Be careful if you wash the sweater as it comes out hard. I should have sent it to the cleaners which I will do next time."

By Patti
Patti
Chicago, ILSeptember 02, 2017
September 02, 2017

5.05

"Gorgeous color and great fit. I am 5'10" and I don't often find a cardigan with long enough sleeves. This one rocks! Buying more colors. "

August 29, 2017
August 29, 2017

5.05

"Good quality, generally true to size fit. It is "boyfriend" fit, so roomy in a good way. Cobolt blue is true to catalog view & beautiful."

"Pros: The fabric has a nice feel, and the fit through the bust and arms is flattering. I ordered the cardigan in 2 colors, and liked them both. They seemed to match the photos online.
Cons: This cardigan is extremely long! I almost sent them back, but finally found that they look OK with very skinny pants or with a long tank dress. Just be aware that the length is very long."